If you’ve never heard of green smoothies before, these are drinks blended with fruits and vegetables at a ratio of about 50% fruits and 50% green vegetables.

As you become accustomed to the taste of green vegetables, you can then start adding more greens to your drinks for more power-packed drink and less sugar (natural sugar from fruits).

I’m currently at a ratio of 70% vegetables and 30% fruits.

While Juicing can’t be considered complete foods (because the fiber is removed), smoothies can provide a much more satisfying & full feeling. They are also easy to digest and are very nutritious.

Just make sure that you are using the right machine or blender to create smooth consistency of your drinks.

These are the blenders that I I have used to create my drinks (the Nutribullet, the Vitamix or the Blendtec).

My first choice would be the Vitamix and then the Nutribullet in terms of price and functionality.

Before starting a change in your diet, (you must consult with your health provider) it’s important that you have understood how to create your green drinks.

Most people add too much fruits (about 70-80%) because of the green taste, but that will make your smoothies high in sugar. And too much sugar is also not good for your body, even if it’s natural sugar.

I’ll be sharing some recipes to help you create the perfect green smoothies for you, but here are other tips to consider:

1. Dr. Ann Wigmore’s teachings indicate that consuming chlorophyll is similar to receiving a healthy blood transfusion.

It is an expression of the many health benefits one receives by simply adding more greens to their diet. 2-3 cups per day is what I’m currently doing right now.

You can definitely start with 1 cup per day and as you become more familiar with it, then you can start drinking more cups per day.

2. Since all of the ingredients (including the fiber) are being added to the drinks and consumed, nothing is left to waste. It’s more economical and smoothie equipments (like the Nutribullet and the Vitamix) are very easy to clean unlike their juicer counterparts.

3. Vegetables are perfect for all ages. My son (who is 2 years old when he started drinking smoothies) loves them. He doesn’t mind the green color as long as there’s the sweet taste of banana in there. At a ratio of 60% vegetables and 40% fruits (spinach and bananas), you can’t even know that there’s spinach in there because the green smoothies tastes great!

4. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different flavors of fruits and vegetables. Some vegetables have more bitter, “vegetable” taste, so if you’re not yet accustomed to it, start with less “green” tasting vegetables like spinach.

5. Add nuts, seeds, spices and natural sweeteners (stevia) to get more nutrients and minerals in each drink. I always add a teaspoonful of chia seeds or flax seeds in my drinks. Sometimes I also add cinnamon spice, a chili spice or ginger to my drinks to help create a different texture and taste.

The Formula for Creating the Perfect Green Smoothie Recipe

  • Liquid – 1 or 1 1/2 Serving
  • Vegetables – 2 Servings
  • Fruits – 2-3 Servings
  • Addons – A tablespoon or two
  • Ice – 1 Serving (less if fruits are frozen)
  • Sweeteners – Optional and add to taste

Each serving means each portion. So if you’re using cups, 1 cup for Liquids, 2 cups for vegetables, 2-3 cups for fruits etc. This formula doesn’t have to be exactly followed to the letter.

Feel free to add or subtract one or more recipes, but don’t add too much fruits because it will be a high-sugar drink. Of course, if you’re on a strict diet or nutritional meal, make sure you’ve discussed it with your health provider before changing your diet regimen.

I’ll also provide you with some details and recipes in creating your green smoothies.

Here’s what you can use as a Liquid

  • Water (Alkalinized water if possible)
  • Coconut water
  • Soymilk
  • Iced Tea
  • Green Tea
  • Almond Milk
  • *Avoid using animal’s milk because it will defeat the purpose of consuming more plant based foods

Here are some choices for Vegetables

  • Baby Spinach – my favorite!
  • Kale
  • Cucumber
  • Zucchini
  • Swiss Chard
  • Collard Greens
  • Dandelion Greens
  • Broccoli
  • Arugula
  • Romaine Lettuce

Here are some choices of Fruits

  • Banana
  • Apples
  • Pear
  • Blackberries/Blueberries/Raspberries
  • Strawberries
  • Watermelon/Cantaloupe
  • Kiwi
  • Mango
  • Orange
  • Clementine
  • Tangerines
  • Avocado
  • Tomato

Addons to your drinks

  • Flaxseeds
  • Chia Seeds
  • Cacao powder
  • Goji Berries
  • Hemp Seeds
  • Quality Nuts (Almonds, Walnuts, Pecans, etc)
  • Oats

And natural sweeteners

  • Stevia (look for stevia drops)
  • Coconut sugar
  • Agave
  • Dates
  • Date Paste
  • Honey
  • *Add more fruits (use sparingly)
  • Vanilla Extract

And before I end this post, I'd like to share a simple, delicious and nutritious Green smoothie recipes that's perfect for beginners! My wife and son loves this drink and it helps them get their daily dose of vegetables…

The Perfect Beginner Green Smoothie Recipe

The Perfect Beginner Green Smoothie Recipe

The Perfect

This beginner recipe is perfect for those who haven't tried drinking green smoothies before. The green color of this drink is just appetizing, and when you drink it, you'll wonder if there's even vegetables in it. Loved by my entire family.

  • 1/2 – 1 Cup of Liquid (Choose from any options above)
  • 2-3 Cups of Baby Spinach (wash them well and choose organic whenever possible)
  • 1/2 to 1 whole banana
  • 1/2 to 1 cored apple (remove seeds)
  • 1 teaspoon of Chia Seeds or Flax Seeds
  1. Wash and Put all ingredients in your smoothie/blender machine. (I use the Nutribullet or for heavy duty use, the Vitamix).
  2. Start the machine and run for a few seconds (usually 30 seconds)
  3. Serve immediately. Serving with Ice cubes is entirely optional. If you are using frozen fruits, you might not need to add ice anymore.
  4. *No Need for sweeteners as the fruits will mask the taste of the spinach already.

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